The acting veteran played Peggy Mitchell for over a decade, before stepping down from the role in 2005, and later returning for occasional guest appearances, including one for the 2015 30th anniversary celebrations.

However, she has hit out at some of the younger members of the cast, criticising them for being late, and talking on their phones while on set.

She also discusses her previous fall-out with former co-star Jessie Wallace, explaining: “It’s common knowledge I fell out with Jessie because she was late sometimes. But everybody was late or talking on their mobiles.

"I don’t like that but it’s a generational thing. It’s difficult. If they are not taught it, then it’s not there.

“A lot of young stars haven’t had to work their way up. June Brown, who plays Dot Cotton, says I should provide a masterclass for those starting out.”